Energy Transformations

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What is the energy stored in the nucleus of an atom called?

Back

Nuclear energy.

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Where is maximum kinetic energy found on a rollercoaster?

Back

At the bottom of a big hill.

Front

What type of energy transformation occurs when turning on a lamp?

Back

Electrical energy transforms into thermal, light (electromagnetic), and sound energy.

Front

Which type of energy is NOT produced by a lamp?

Back

Chemical energy.

Front

What does the Law of Conservation of Energy state?

Back

Energy cannot be created or destroyed.

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

Energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

Energy of an object in motion.

Front

Give an example of energy transformation in a battery-powered toy.

Back

Chemical energy in the battery transforms into mechanical energy to move the toy.

Front

What is thermal energy?

Back

Energy that comes from the temperature of matter; it is the total energy of all the particles in an object.

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What is mechanical energy?

Back

The sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object.